You must be 16 years of age or older (16 / 17 year olds must have notarized parental consent.) Possess a current and valid NYS Driver’s License. Complete all scheduled hours of the course. Pass a written and riding skills evaluation.

Visit our Schedule section for the latest information on availability, times and dates for all classes. The core curriculum is 15 1/2 hours, but we schedule for 18-20 hours to allow for remediation, class discussion, bad weather, etc.

You must have proper riding gear, which includes over-the-ankle leather boots, long pants, long-sleeved shirt or jacket and full fingered gloves. In the event of rain, be sure to bring your rain gear as well. If bringing your own helmet that does not offer protection for the face, be sure to bring safety goggles as well. It must be DOT approved as well. If necessary, a full face helmet will be provided to you during the class. NYS DRIVER’S LICENSE IS NEEDED FOR ENTRANCE INTO CLASS!

You will receive your NYS/MSF Road Test Waiver upon successful completion of your class. You simply take this document to any NYS DMV office along with your license and permit and they will issue you your MC endorsement.

The New York State motorcycle program does not take responsibility for other state requirements. Check with your home state DMV to see if they will accept the Motorcycle Safety Foundations course completion card as proof of completion/eligibility for licensing in your home state.

Over the ankle leather foot wear like work boots or hiking boots, full fingered gloves, long sleeves (shirt or jacket), long pants (something durable), a helmet can be provided if necessary- YOUR helmet should be DOT approved with either a face shield or safety shatter resistant glasses.

BRC stands for Basic RiderCourse and this is the class that you want to take to be eligible for the NYS Road Test Waiver. There is no difference between the A or B class; we schedule for approximately 20 hours either way, it’s just structured time wise differently.

Although the Basic RiderCourse (BRC) is designed for people who have little or no riding experience some students feel they would like to take a one hour introductory lesson in a one on one environment first. We offer private lessons and introductory lessons on a regular basis. Call 845 471 5800 for information.